Judaism
Jewish Renewal Movement / Romemu (mainstream)
6/40· LowConfidence: High
Mainstream Jewish Renewal Movement (Reb Zalman Schachter-Shalomi lineage) and Romemu (NYC). Egalitarian, mystical, deeply low-control. Included as Judaism-spectrum reference.
CLCI radar
Low Control / Mainstream
BITE breakdown
Behavior Control1/10
Information Control1/10
Thought Control1/10
Emotional Control2/10
Modifiers (+1)
+1 minor patterns; net very low.
Founded
1962+
Members
Tens of thousands (2026).
Active in
USA, Global
In context
Jewish Renewal grew from Zalman Schachter-Shalomi's late-20th-century work integrating Hasidic mysticism with progressive theology. Romemu (NYC, founded by David Ingber) is the largest single Renewal congregation. Egalitarian, low-control mainstream tradition.
Key control doctrines
- Hasidic mysticism integrated with progressive theology
Timeline
- 1962Schachter-Shalomi launches Renewal-precursor work
- 2008Romemu founded by David Ingber
Sources
- Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, 'Wrapped in a Holy Flame' (2003)
We cite sources by name and outlet rather than fabricating links. Search the source title plus the group name to find the original.
You may also want to explore
Disclaimer. This profile is an educational summary based on publicly available reports. Many members of this group do not experience the patterns described. Individual congregations and chapters vary widely. If you or someone you know needs support, contact a licensed therapist or the International Cultic Studies Association.